Jeffrey Wheeler

Hi Kenny,
Glad to hear that you’re interested in these great planes! There aren’t many downsides to a Meyers 200. The question of whether it’s right for you basically depends on your typical mission.

The Meyers 200 is best suited to long cross country travel and it’s extremely reliable and efficient in that role. And when I say cross country, I…[Read more]

Were you able to resolve the elevator trim issues? If not I may have some suggestions on who to talk to about troubleshooting.

Hi Barry. What’s the problem and are you talking about the Elevator Trim? If it’s just really stiff, the easiest solution is to lube the control, starting at the cable right behind the panel. Start with SeaFoam DeepCreep and then use LPS spray.

If you’re talking about the Aileron Trim then it may be just the spring. that need replacing. They’re…[Read more]

Hi Barry. What’s the problem? If it’s just really stiff, the easiest solution is to lube the control, starting at the cable right behind the panel. Start with SeaFoam DeepCreep and then use LPS spray.

The A’s and B’s originally came with an IO-470 and had a lower VNE. In order to upgrade them to an IO-520a or IO-550f, there are stringers that need to be added to the empennage. And, once the additions are made, the VNE is increased to 236 mph. There are quite a few A and B owners who’ve upgraded their planes to both the IO-520a and IO-550f and…[Read more]

That’s very troubling about Cee Bailey. I bought windows and windshields from them only a few years ago and didn’t have any issues.

As for the rear windows, be sure they know that you have a D model as even those windows are different than in the A’s and B’s.

Find out what the tooling costs will be and perhaps we can spread those costs over…[Read more]